Canon M50 vs Panasonic GF1

Let's take a closer look at the Canon M50 and Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the M50 (24MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the M50 (APS-C) and GF1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The M50 was revealed 8 years after the GF1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the M50 grades against the GF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The full galleries are provided at Canon M50 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon M50 enjoys external measurements of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the M50 versus the GF1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M50 and GF1 is 79 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M50 and GF1.

Plainly, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M50 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon M50 will result in greater detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer M50 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.